13 January 2009
Sita Waste (Iom) Ltd, Energy From Waste Plant, Richmond Hill, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM4 1jh
SITA (UK) Ltd submitted plans for a small steel-framed extension (7.5m wide, 13m long, 12.5m high) to the west elevation of the existing Energy from Waste facility at Richmond Hill to enclose the APCR outlet for bagging and storage prior to recycling, diverting residue from landfill.
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General Policy 2
Requires development to respect site surroundings, not adversely affect amenity, character, highways, or ecology, and provide safe access. The departmental statement assessed the modest-scale extension as compliant, with limited visual impact and no increase in traffic or operations.
Waste Policy 1
Permits waste management facilities if no unacceptable adverse impacts on amenity, environment, or highways, and in line with Waste Management Strategy. Statement found proposal acceptable as it supports recycling, uses existing infrastructure, and has no significant impacts.
no objection
do not oppose
recommended approval subject to conditions
Multiple consultees including Braddan Parish Commissioners, Highways Division, and an individual responded to application 08/00358/B with no objections, while Fire Service recommended consultation on fire protection and Andrew Jessopp suggested it be considered by Council of Ministers.
Key concern: This application should be being considered by the Council of Ministers and not the planning department
Andrew Jessopp
ObjectionThis application should be being considered by the Council of Ministers and not the planning department.
Braddan Parish Commissioners
No ObjectionThe Commissioners had no objection to the following planning applications: PA08 00358 B - Energy from Waste Plant - Construction of an extension for the storage of Air Pollution Control Residue
Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service
Conditional No ObjectionRECOMMEND THAT THE APPLICANT CONSULT WITH THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT TO DISCUSS THE PROTECTION OF SULPHUR IN THE BUILDING
Conditions requested: RECOMMEND THAT THE APPLICANT CONSULT WITH THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT TO DISCUSS THE PROTECTION OF SULPHUR IN THE BUILDING
Highways Division
No ObjectionDo not oppose
Precedent Value
No precedent set as appeal was withdrawn before determination. Applicants should ensure accurate application descriptions to avoid third-party challenges on this basis.
